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Old 19th Oct 2011, 05:33
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flyingfox
 
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Why don't we use the term 'precautionary landing' for such events? The news report I heard suggested an oil pressure problem. 'Emergency landing' sounds overly startling for a sensible airport return and brings the press running like hyenas.
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